League of Women Voters offers guide to run for Greenwich office

Updated 12:09 pm, Friday, February 19, 2016

Deirdre Kamlani, who was in charge of the updates, presents First Selectman Peter Tesei with the new version of the guide which shows how to run for office in town.

Deirdre Kamlani, who was in charge of the updates, presents First Selectman Peter Tesei with the new version of the guide which shows how to run for office in town.

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League of Women Voters offers guide to run for Greenwich office

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GREENWICH — Interested in running for office but don’t know how to do it? The League of Women Voters is here to help with an updated guide.

The league’s “How to Run - For Greenwich Elective and Appointive Offices” is freshly revised by league board member Deirdre Kamlani. The league called it essential reading for anyone looking to enter local politics or even serve as a volunteer member of government.

“It is a comprehensive procedural guide that includes an election timeline as well as the rules and regulations that govern the nomination and election process,” the league said in a press release. “This booklet is helpful for those planning to run for office and those who would like to get appointed to a slot on a town board, commission or committee.”

Copies of the updated guide are available at Town Hall by visiting the first selectman’s office, the town clerk or the registrar of voters. Copies are also available at the libraries throughout town.

Cyndy Anderson, a member of the league’s steering committee, said citizen participation was vital to Greenwich. She said the guide will help people get more involved.

“Our town is very fortunate to have such talented and involved residents, many of whom play important roles in both elected and appointed offices,” Anderson said. “For those who may be thinking about putting their skills to work for Greenwich, this updated guide is their road map.”